where can i get 3.73s?
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Cruising
Joined: Jan 2002
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From: tampa fl
where can i get 3.73s?
the vette needs more pep in its step so i thought id get some gears. who makes a good gear that wont whine? not sure if it matters but ive got a 82.
ryan
[Modified by the anti-rice, 2:20 AM 3/4/2002]
ryan
[Modified by the anti-rice, 2:20 AM 3/4/2002]
Racer
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From: Sanford Florida
Re: where can i get 3.73s? (the anti-rice)
From what i have heard, you can use any Dana 44 gears. You dont have to buy "corvette" gears, so you will pay less. Many companies carry dana 44 gears, like DTS or jegs/summit.
Melting Slicks
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From: Tolar Texas
Re: where can i get 3.73s? (the anti-rice)
Use the "Search" feature and you will find LOTs of gear related topics. Here is an old thread of mine from the archives.
I have completed setup of the 3.73:1 gears in my DANA 44
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/zerothread?id=193247
I have completed setup of the 3.73:1 gears in my DANA 44
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/zerothread?id=193247
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Cruising
Joined: Jan 2002
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From: tampa fl
Re: where can i get 3.73s? (the anti-rice)
so all i need is the following:
Rear end rebuild kit 80-82 PN# 5542 ($89) http://www.bairs.com
SPICER DANA ring and pinion, 3.73:1 ($141) http://www.tomsdifferentials.com
4 - GM gear lube PN#1052271 ($5.10 each)
1 - GM additive PN#1052358 ($5.03)
1 - GM Gear Marking Compound PN#1052351 ($3.38)
1 - 12 pack of beer ($10.00)
or will i not need all of it?
Rear end rebuild kit 80-82 PN# 5542 ($89) http://www.bairs.com
SPICER DANA ring and pinion, 3.73:1 ($141) http://www.tomsdifferentials.com
4 - GM gear lube PN#1052271 ($5.10 each)
1 - GM additive PN#1052358 ($5.03)
1 - GM Gear Marking Compound PN#1052351 ($3.38)
1 - 12 pack of beer ($10.00)
or will i not need all of it?
Melting Slicks
Joined: Oct 1999
Posts: 2,581
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From: Tolar Texas
Re: where can i get 3.73s? (the anti-rice)
so all i need is the following:
Rear end rebuild kit 80-82 PN# 5542 ($89) http://www.bairs.com
SPICER DANA ring and pinion, 3.73:1 ($141) http://www.tomsdifferentials.com
4 - GM gear lube PN#1052271 ($5.10 each)
1 - GM additive PN#1052358 ($5.03)
1 - GM Gear Marking Compound PN#1052351 ($3.38)
1 - 12 pack of beer ($10.00)
or will i not need all of it?
Rear end rebuild kit 80-82 PN# 5542 ($89) http://www.bairs.com
SPICER DANA ring and pinion, 3.73:1 ($141) http://www.tomsdifferentials.com
4 - GM gear lube PN#1052271 ($5.10 each)
1 - GM additive PN#1052358 ($5.03)
1 - GM Gear Marking Compound PN#1052351 ($3.38)
1 - 12 pack of beer ($10.00)
or will i not need all of it?
Seriously, There are numerous brands and vendors that can be substitued and my list didn't include parts to rebuild/replace the clutch pack in the carrier. I didn't feel like I needed to replace mine and I worried that I wouldn't be able to do it without having the correct tools.
Speaking of tools, be sure that you have access to at least those listed in my thread. I built my own fixture for holding the differential housing on an engine stand. I think it would be tough to do the job without some type of supporting fixture.
This was my first attempt at a gear swap and I have not had the opportunity to road test it yet to be absolutely sure that I was successful but all perliminary indications (measurements) tell me that it is going to be OK. There are many forum members that have done this job several times and they will likely provide guidance when you actually begin the job.
Go for it! :yesnod:
Pro
Joined: Jun 2001
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From: Calgary
Re: where can i get 3.73s? (the anti-rice)
If you haven't looked already try http://www.tomsdifferentials.com
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